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[carlo3b]

Get series about HEALTHY, and LOW CARB FOOD

This, and future threads, will attempt to answer some of your questions and requests regarding HEALTHY food in general, and LOW CARB, LOW CALORIE diets and recipes in particular.

With my background as a Master Chef, and Natural Foods Sexonutritionist, aka SexyChef  (/dreamer) Bwhahaahahahahah, it affords me a wonderful vantage point to assist in creating this forum, where everyone can contribute, exchange ideas and voice their valuable opinions. Moderating in no way qualifies me as an authority on this, or any other subject.*..heheheh ..that has never inhibited me before.. blush
* (a cheap unofficial GENERAL ESCAPE CLAUSE.. HA!)
 
There are many other FReepers, (you know who you are.. LOL) on this amazing site that have a great deal more detailed knowledge and information on specific topics, that will no doubt emerge. Sooooooo, lets get started..

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[stanz]

I've been doing pretty well for two years without the animal protein. I get fats from nuts and legumes and omega fatty acids from salmon and other fish. I use a lot of olive oil and get protein from egg whites. I have high cholesterol, so I have to stay away from egg yolks, red meats and dairy products. Cutting out milk,cheeses and cream has almost eliminated sinus problems, too.
Most important of all is exercise. I do 30 minutes about 5 times a week on the elliptical trainer. Makes a big difference in the way calories are metabolized.

[radu]

Like chok-lit, do you? I'm happy to share. :-)

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[RightWingMama]

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[radu]

You may have gotten to the bottom of this subject...

I've been told I'm psycho, er, psychic. hehe!

Some of these yummy recipes will definitely have *end* results that are memorable. *giggle*

[SeaDragon]

A very easy recipe for curried chicken.

6 chicken breasts, boneless or 8 to 12 thighs
1/2 small onion, chopped, or 1 bunch of green onions, chopped
3-4 cloves garlic, minced
1 rounded tablespoon curry (or more if you like)
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon salt

Place chicken in greased 11x9 dish. Sprinkle onions on top. Saute curry and garlic in butter then add cream and water. Pour ober chicken and bake uncovered for 1.25 hours at 375*. Baking time depends on thickness and personal preference.

[hellinahandcart]

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[carlo3b]

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[carlo3b]

A very easy recipe for curried chicken.

It is indeed an easy recipe and a gem. I have found that the simplier the recipe, the more defined the flavors, and when dealing with most curries thats the taste I'm looking for. Thanks so much...ANY MORE where that came from? ...LOL

[not_apathetic_anymore]

I love curry too...

If anyone out there has easy versions of Thai curry using coconut milk etc...I'd love to know how to do them!

[Iowa Granny]

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[carlo3b]

Artichoke and Bacon Frittata

• 1 small onion, chopped
• 2 Tbls.  butter
• Two 6-ounce jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained & chopped (reserve liquid from one jar)
• 8 lg. eggs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/3 cup bread crumbs (this is a small amount of bread, don't get your britches in a wad.. LOL)
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• Paprika for color


Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
1) In a skillet, sauté onion in butter until transparent; add artichokes and liquid from one jar. Heat for 2 minutes.
2) In a bowl, lightly beat eggs; add cheese, bread crumbs, artichoke mixture, and bacon.
3) Mix together and place in a greased 9-inch quiche pan. Back for 25 minutes, until set.
4) Sprinkle frittata with jack cheese, if desired, and bake for 5 more minutes.

Note: All can be done the night before; keep the egg and artichoke mixture separate. Add together in morning and bake.
Serves: 8

[carlo3b]

I love Asian foods, and many are adaptable to Low Carb and similar diets. If you have hit a wall with menu choices, you should consider any of the wonderful Asian dishes, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese..etc to spice up you taste buds and get new enthusiasm.  Lets face it you didn't start down this path to a healthier life and expect not to have to learn a few new tricks. Asian foods are wonderful, and easy, once you get the taste for it, and the right ingredients. Start today with this great dish..

 
Red Pork Curry
Gaeng Ped Moo

• 2 Tbs. cooking oil
• 1 Tbs. red curry paste
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 4 kaffir lime leaves*, shredded (also called Indonesian lime leaves, or Wild lime)
• 1 1/2 Tbs. sugar
• 1 1/2 Tbs. fish sauce
• 1 1/2 lbs lean pork, sliced 
• 1 small red chili, sliced
• 2 Tbs. fresh basil leaves, chopped

Heat the oil in a wok.
1) Add the curry paste and stir-fry for about one minute.
2) Add coconut milk, kaffir lime leaves, fish sauce and sugar. Bring the coconut milk to the boil.
3) Add pork, and chili. Simmer for about 5 minutes, until pork is cooked.
4) Add basil leaves.
Serve with steamed rice, or Cauliflower florets

*These leaves impart a wonderfully aromatic smell and flavor, and  are an essential ingredient in many Thai recipes. Not easy to find, but not impossible in or near a major city.

[not_apathetic_anymore]

Perhaps that's a distraction for this weekend:) Thanks

[carlo3b]

I know you are getting tired of eggs for breakfast or any other time... LOL
How about doing something a bit different with them. This is one of dozens of Frittatas that can be thrown together fast and with stuff that you already have in your fridge. Almost anything that you would eat on one plate can be mixed into a Frittata. Many of those thingys that are leftovers that got pushed to the back of you fridge shelves could go into making something ..a..er..different.. HA!  What in the heck were you saving that stuff for anyway.. live a little dangerously!

 
Bacon Egg and Cheese Frittata Pie

• 10 slices bacon, chopped
• 4 oz. diced onions, (about 1/2 med. yellow onion)
• 11 lg. eggs
• 1-1/4 cups whole milk, (2% is OK)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 4 oz. cheddar cheese, shredded
• 4 oz. Swiss cheese, shredded


Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
1) Sauté bacon and onions. Drain fat.
2) Put bacon mixture in the bottom of a 10-inch quiche pan.
3) Beat eggs and milk, then add salt and pepper. Pour over bacon.
4) Sprinkle the cheeses over the top.
Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
Serves: 6

[carlo3b]

Sweetie, I can't really call this true vegetarian, because of a trace of shrimp paste, in one of the ingredients.. but I thought you might overlook that minor flaw..gulp.. or you may have a substitute in your store.

Thai Green Curry

• 1 cup firm tofu, cut into 1/2 in squares
• 1-2 tablespoons green curry paste*
• 1 1/2 cups coconut milk
• 1 green bell pepper, cut into thin strips
• 1/4 cup green peas, fresh or frozen
• 1/2 cup bamboo shoots
• 1 medium carrot, cut diagonally
• 3-4 small green squash, sliced
• 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce,(the recipe calls for dark, sweet)
• 1 cup fresh bean sprouts

1) Marinate tofu in sweet soy sauce for 20 minutes, drain.
2) Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a medium saucepan, fry curry paste for 1 minute. Add 1/4 cup of coconut milk, tofu and all the vegetables except the peas & bean sprouts. Simmer for 5 mins.
3) Add remaining coconut milk, bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer until vegetables are nearly tender.
4) Add peas and bean shoots. Cook for 5 to 10 mins. Serve with jasmine rice. Garnish with chopped shallots.
*Green curry paste is a rather popular product in Asian shops, or on line. It's a mixture of a lot of ..stuff, you don't really want to know....LOL

Just kiddin:
green chile, garlic, shallot, lemongrass, salt, galanga, shrimp paste, kaffir lime peel, coriander seed, pepper, cumin, turmeric..

[hellinahandcart]

Here's a vinegar-based barbecue sauce that's pretty good. I got this from Fran McCullough's The Low-Carb Cookbook. It was part of a brisket recipe I adapted for a crock-pot (brisket NEVER dries out in a crock-pot, and it won't heat up your kitchen either). The sauce also makes a good marinade for other things, and I don't miss the ketchup or the sweetness.

5 oz. Worcestershire sauce (half of a ten-ounce bottle)
1/8 cup hot pepper sauce
1/2 stick of butter (I have also used olive oil)
1 cup cider vinegar
1/2 tbsp. black pepper
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. red pepper flakes

Combine all ingredients in a saucepan, bring to a boil, and simmer 10 minutes. Cool and refrigerate. It will supposed keep for several days, but I've never had it on hand long enough to find out. :D

[hellinahandcart]

I may lose my mind if I end up on one more ping list, but, what the hell. Put me on this one. I'll dump another list or something.

[carlo3b]

vinegar-based barbecue sauce...A la Crockpot

Wonderful!! This is what most folks need to fit their busy schedule.. Thank you.. You are welcome aboard the Ping-a-ling as well.. ;)

[Vaduz]

Also a must spam with peanutbutter and onion chips and beer.